THE PITTSBURG- DISPATCH, SUNDAY,' APRIL '20, 1890. 12 f ! f i K WBttA ffi w&i tsU-."Va j ft j j - sf r v -v ' '?pHr -7- Society has been occupied, a portion of the time, anyway, since the advent of the Easter bonnets, in making itself immortal by the skill of the photographer. It Is wonderful -what an Inspiration for tliat kind of immortality a charmingly becoming creation of lace aim flow ers placed upon the head is to the average woman, and man, even man is not exempt from a desire to perpetuate the beauty of his own noble countenance when crowned with a natty spring hit, at leat, so one of their num ber told me during the week who is quite as reliable as any of them arc. Yes, with the donning of pretty spring cloth ing and the accompanying headgear by hu manity .. large, the photographer enjoys a boom and has the double pleasure of raking in the ducats and turning out extremely fetching pictures. Some exquisite cabinets, two-thirds and full length likenesses of society belles and gay gallants that appear in the fashionable artists' parlors this spring testify to the truth of the preceding statements. The belles and gallants do not hold full sway in the studios either, their respected parents arc there and their little brothers and sisters, in fact, whole families individually and collect ively beam upon the observer, and not the least attractive of them all is the little tot, who, smothered in laces and silks, or minus an abundance of either, is, by the instantaneous process, taken in various childish positions, with various pleasing expressions Apropos of this what a remarkably long stride in Ihc advancement of the photographic art has been taken in the last few j ears! Con trast the beautiful pictures taken at the present time in all sorts of graceful and artistic posi tions and bright, animated expressions, with me manyrea sryie 01 not long ago. What a curiosity a 10-year-old picture of ourselves is to be sure. How we bold our breath and wonder as we gaze at such a likeness of ourselves if we ever were guilty or looking as peculiar, to put it mildly, as the picture indicates. And the saddest part of it is, ve were, but we have the consolation of knowinsr that, in all probability, at the time the picture was taken wo were con sidered quite stylish. In looking through an album 01 rather oldish pictures it behooves one, especially if a stranger, to be exceedingly guarded in their remarks or it may happen as it did the other day, mnch to a young lady's annoyance and the embarrassment of her hos tess, that the host becomes the subject of rid icule. Croquet! Apparently everyone is going to play it this summer, and the partner who never makes an arch, except oy pure akwardness, will be equally as unpopular as the one who never misses it They both have ample oppor tunity during the season, however, judging from the demand for croquet sets, of rendering wildly furious with chagrin or despair tho mediumly scientific player, who is by all odds the most agreeable partner. And what lovely sets will be used in the battlefield of croquet, regular professional sets with patent index handles to the nine-inch mallets. Deal ers say they have never car ried such exquisite and expensive sets as they will carry this summer. The de mand for them comes prmcioillv from the suburban towns, wbero extensive lawns permit the indulgence of tho game. Lawn tennis will not suffer by the resurrec tion of croquet, but will be played equally as much as it has been for the past few seasons, as the rage for outdoor sports is on the increase among both ladies and gentlemen. V Speculation is rife as to what particular cos tume will be adopted by the croquet players, and as to whether or not it will be especially identified with that game or will serve lawn tennis, too. The resurrected game admits of more dressy, though probably not more effect ive, dressing than lawn tenuis does, and the advocates of the pastime will undoubtedly recognize in that fact an additional charm to the game and tako advantage of it. Thokse Bbasch. DAINTT LITTLE COOKS. A Pleasant Time nt the Clsslng Exercises of MIm Ballou. fccbool. "Custard pie! Don't it look delicious, though?" "See that dainty cater "Oh, look at the ginger snaps!" "Isn't that fish baked beautifully!" Such and numerous similar remarks were current in the kitchen of the Grant street schoolhouse yesterday afternoon, prompted by the tempting display of luscious viands which testified to the skill of the pupils of Jliss J3allou's cooking class which graduated at that time. The room was crowded with the mothers, sis ters, aunts and teachers of the petito cooks, and a goodly number of public men, who be lieve the wellare of the nation depends upon its cooks, were also present. Each little cook by baking a loaf ol bread all by her lone self competed for a prize offered by Mr. Charles Reisfar, the Secretary of the Central Board, to be given to the best bread-maker. The judges who rendered the important decision regarding the staff of life were Misses Mary Anderson and Mattie Hopkins and Air. W. S. Brown. It was facetiously remarked by Sheriff McCandless that if there was any Brown bread among the loaves that it was probably made out of a little faded flour, but in spite of such an unkind and unseemly pun upon that gentle man's name coupled with many others which assailed him from all Quarters of the room, he assisted the ladies quite materially in making the all Important decision by throwing his whole weight upon one loaf of bread and he was voted as great a success as a bread in spector as rifle inspector. Miss Cora Waters was the fortunate one whose bread was pronounced the best, and Misses Maizy and Ada McCutcheon received honorable mention. Superintendent Luckey announced that Sheriff McCandless would make the presenta tion speech, and Mr. G. F. Muller, of the liuU lettn. would accept tho prize for the price-less girl who seenred it. Mr. McCandless. with ap parent satisfaction, corrected the Superintend ent of the Public Schools bv saying he did not present tho prize: that the honor belonged to Mr. Heisfar. who for some incomprehensible reason desired him to make the presentation speech, which he proceeded to make in a happy manner. And simultaneously with tho be stowal of the prize, which was a handsome shopping bag. containing a purse and kerchief, upon the little winner, he informed tho re mainder of the class that Mr. Heisfar was sorry that be could not present them all with the same, but the speaker, on his own reliability, said the gentleman's finances would nDt permit the indulgence of his generous impulses. Mr. Muller, when called upon to accept the gift for tho little tot, whether from force of as sociation or the wcicnt of the speech be had composed, succeeded immediately in making pie fall down from the luncheon table. With undisturbed equanimity he told the listeners that Mr. Luckey had asked of him a very diffi cult task that or placing himself in tho posi tion of a little girl who bad baked a lovely loaf of bread and taken a prize for it and wished to express her joy and happiness at her success. As he never had baked a loaf of bread, never had been a little girl, and never expected to be one he was not real sure be could express the feel mes that would exist under such circum stances. The gentleman succeeded, however, very nicely, and raid there were two kinds of loafers and two kinds of white caps, and ono of each kind he was especially fond of. Not the loafer who loafed on the corner, but the one who loafed in the pantry, and the white cap which would hang up all sour, heavy bread and supply the delicate, fresh article. In con cluding his speech he referred to the scriptural motto about casting your bread upon the water, and said Instead of that lie wnnld cast the prise upon Miss Water, after which the diplomas were granted and the little girl who received the prize was placed upon a tablo so that all might have a glimpse of her. Then the exercises of the afternoon closed with a general sampling of all the appetizing danties that were so prettily arranged upon the snowy-covered tables and represented tbelabor ot the graduating class, which consisted of the following maidens: Carrie Blumberg, Nellie Barry, Minnie Camp, Jennie M. Campbell, Ella Duff, Mary Driscoll, Annie M. Horn, Edith E. McGbee, Sadie McElroy. Edna B. Rose, Annie Samuels, Beckie Shenkan, Emma Af. Seibert, Cora M. Waters, Louisa Wasrouth. Stella H. Campbell, Vagie McV. McCready, Leonora Haberman, Ida E. Jacobs. Maggie V.Long, Kate M. Lepper. Katie D. Reiehart, Bertha Viereck, Sanle J. Williams. Lulu C. Meaner, Minnie Burback, Katie S. Abrams, Annie Claney, Alice H. Ford, Mary A- Heighly, Katie Ken rnir, Sadie J. Kennedy, Eliza Martin, Jennie McCready. OllieNobbs, Laura A. Pace,AmeIia Schaeter, Maud A. Shea, Minnie J. Stewart, Lida Dougherty, Mary C Geraghty, Agnes C. Murdoch, Ada M. McCutcheon, Kittle Mc Carthy, Gertrude Speaker, Millie Strauss, Car fyMfc W y li Mtitlffli 1-, PK rie Schutz, Sadie Trorcllo, Mazle Cuddy, Katie Houstmayer. Katie Kauffiold. Sadie Monroe, Nellie Reil, Bessie Smith, Mary E. Scburahn, Lucy Simmons, May Simmons. Bcrtba E. Stone, Tillio C. Skelton, Maggie Trufel. Lizzie Winne. I Pupils from the Howard, Lincoln, bterrett, Liberty, Homewood, Mt. Washington, Monon gabela and Oakland schools wili form a new class, which will begin its work to-morrow. OUR OCEAN SDBDEB. Atlnnllc City Will be Store Attractive This Senaon Thnn Ever Before. The thousands of visitors from Pittsburg to Atlantic City this season will find the seaside haven of rest more attractive than ever before. It has been considerably shaken up by storm since Pittsburgers last saw it, but the im provements the waves damaged are being re placed by better ones. A new board walk is being built along the beach extending from the Inlet to Excursion House, and will in time be extended further. The new walk is built from 6 to 8 feet higher and from 8 feet to IS feet further out on the beach than the old one which was destroyed by tho storm. The new walk is 24 feet wide with railings on both sides, and when finished will extend soven miles in length along the beach. Nothing will be al lowed built on tho ocean side excepting, of course, extensions with seats for rests. All the houses and places of amusements are being moved up to the new walk. Tbe season has already opened up to a cer tain extent. Easter brought in 40.000 people to the city, among the number being Coroner Heber McDowell, Prof. Carl Better and family, of Pittsburg: Dr. E. T. White, of Allo ghenv City, and W. C. Finley. of Duquesne. The steamboat connections between Atlantic City and surrounding points of interest have been opened up and are gladly welcomed by those visiting tbe citv. Tbe visitors to Atlantic City this summer will enjoy a class of music not obtainable hereto fore. Messrs. Schlecht and Wehrer, two en terprising men, nave secured tbe tine band, led and directed by Harry Wannemaeher, for the entire season. Morning, afternoon and evening concerts will be given at "Inlet" and "Schaufflee's Garden." Mr. Wannemaeher has composed a new march called "Inlet," dedicated to Messrs. Schlecht and Wehrer. Ho is also arranging "The Gondoliers" especially for Atlantic CAlv. "Our friend Higgles" is remodeling and painting up his quarters like new. Mr. Shaner can be seen at all hours with the same genial, jovial "altogether" smile as in the past. The property owners along Ocean avenue have made arrangements for putting It in order prior to turning it over to the city. Heretofore tbe avenue has not been under tbe jurisdiction of tbe city. Down at the inlet where every thing was torn up by the storm you will find everything rebuilt and in better shape if any thing than before. ' Messrs. Davis and Jones have purchased the United States Hotel and are remodeling it. The Mansion House has been overhauled and newly equipped throughout. Quite a number of tho avenues are being pated with "vitrified paving blocks" which it intent pay the Councils of Pittsburg to investi gate. The Sea View Excursion House has been re modeled and repainted. The store of J. H. Canavan, who is established at 1222 Atlantic avenue in tbe wholesale and retail cigars and tobacco business, is always a great stopping place for Pittsburgers. Events or Social Interest. The Colossean club gave a select party last Monday evening at the West End Kink, which was largely attended and very enjoyable. On Thursday evening, April 17, Mrs. Anna Morrison held a reception at her residence on Thirty-ninth street, in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Morrison, nee Miss Fannie E. Leech. Miss Hannah Gilder, of Wylio avenue, en tertained a number of her friends Friday even ing, in honor of her cousin. Miss Rosa Sickles, of Philadelphia. Covers were laid for 30 conpies and a very delightful evening was spent. Miss Carrie F. Bingey entertained the Bocgs Avenue Euchre Club on last Tuesday evening at the residence of her sister, Mrs. Charles A. O'Brien, Mt Washington. The young hostess entertained very gracefully, and a delightful time was had. The head prizes were won by Mrs. Harry Neely and Mr. William B. Broe. The Young Men's Pleasure Club, of the Thirty-first ward, will celebrate their first an niversary April 25. The President, Mr. Frank Thomas, will give a speech appropriate to the occasion, and Mr. Harry Davis, the Grand Marshal, will entertain the club with a few hu morous selections, after which the club will have a good time in general. The Liberty Social and Literary Society met Thursday evening at the residence of G. A. Douglass. Tbero being about 15 couples pres ent tbey proceeded to elect tbe following offi cers: D. M. Bryar, President; Miss Lizzie Comly, Vice President: F. M. Pratt, Treasurer, and G. A. Douglass, Secretary. After a select programme, rendered by some of the members present and refreshments served, they ad journed to meet on next Friday evening. Tbe Golden Circle Literary Society held its regular meeting, Friday evening, April 18, and installed the following officers for the next quarter: Mr. John K. Henry, President; Mr. John W.Phillips, Vice President; Mr. John R. Speelman, Becrotary; Mr. Evan M. Roberts, Assistant Secretary; Mr. Robert L. Sn earer, Treasurer; Mr. David Roberts, Judge; Messrs. Chester H. Early and David J. Davis, Critics, and Eddie Cosletr. Elwood Swyers and Robert Rossell, Programme Committee. On Friday oveninga Demorest cold medal contest was held in tho parlors of Miss Milly Tutcll. Recitations and readings well rendered, interspersed with choice music, were tho enjoy able features of the evening. The judges awarded the beautiful medal to Miss Adela Dnnlap, out of eicht contestants, who is a pupil of Observatory Hill Public School. During the last 15 months Miss Tutellhas dis tributed 3S Demorest silver medal" and three Demorest gold medals among pupils attending the various public schools of Allegheny City. On Tuesday a surprise party was tendered Mrs. William Davis, of Etna, by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, tbe occasion being her 71th birthday. Mrs. Davis bas been a resident ot Etna for 45 years, and is well liked by all her friends. She received many useful presents. Among those present were Mrs. Maria Appleton and family, Mrs. Jane Baker and family. Mrs. Ada Moore and family, Mrs. D. Walker and son, Mrs. George Kile and family, Mrs. James Hawkins and family, Mr. and Mrs. William Davis, Jr., and family, and Mr. and Mrs. William Appleton and little daughter, Elzic. An entertainment under the auspices of tho A. O. TJ. W. was given on Wednesday evening in tbe Union Veteran Legion Hall, Sixth ave nue. The entire entertainment was thoroughly enjoyed by the large audience assembled. The programme, which consisted in vocal and in strumental selections as well as recitation, was given under the direction of Mr. Simeon Blssell, The performers were as follows: Misses Carrie Terrant, Nannie Hammer, Tiille Mackintosh. Emma Woelt'l, Annie Orr, Bianca DeRoy, Mrs. Sadie DeRoy-Koch, Mr. Alice Godfrey, Misses Bertha Moore, Hannah Baxter, Alma Krueger. Hattle Nicbol; also Messrs. S. Bissell and David T. Moore. Addresses were mado by Mr. John Spratt and Prof. William Ford. Miss Nellie Walters, of Fayette street, Alle gheny, gave a very charming muslcale on Tues day evening in honor of her friend. Miss Irene Mertz, of Chicago. An excellent programme of vocal and instrumental music was rendered. Some very talented artists were present, among whom were Misses Minnie Walker, Fredie Semple, Emma Murdoch, Jennie Reese, Alice Walker, Isabella Walters, Mane Lake, Mr. and Mrs. Scott, Mr. and Mrs. Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Dudley, Messrs. Leo Hoffman, Ralph Whiting, Frank Walker, Alex Murdoch, Albert Christy, Harry Jack, J. L. Fleming. After a very pleasing programme a delicious lunch was served, and tbe remainder of tho evening de voted to dancing. Bits of Personal Gossip. Miss Hannah Gelder Is entertaining her cousin, Miss Rose Sickles, of Philadelphia. David Ford Henry, J r has returned to St Lnke's Academy. Philadelphia, after his Easter vacation at home. Mrs. W. L. Foulk, Jr., left for her home in Somerset county to spend a few days with her parents and celebrate her birthday with her many friends. Miss Lizzie Malady, of Cliff street, city, who has just completed her studies in voice culture under Professor Deralph, of New York City, will arrive home to-morrow. Dr. R. K. Fleming and bride, formerly Miss Lizzie Jilbson. have returned from their wed ding trip and will be "at home" to friends on Thursdajs during May at their cozy little home, corner of River avenue and Station street, in the East End. Ex-Mayor James P. Kenney, of Reading, Pa., is in tbe city calling upon his Dolitical. social and fraternal friends. Mr. Kenney is becoming quite prominent in the western part of the State. He is a public reader and uses his talent lor tbe entsxtalnment of his friends. SewlcUlcy Society. Mr. and Mrs. James Hayes, of Jefferson City left during tho week for tbeir home, after spending a short time with relatives in the village. The young ladies' Monday afternoon reading class, under tbe direction of MiS3 Sterling and known as tbe M. T. 8.. adjourned last Monday afternoon until tho falL These fair "knowl edge seekers" have made ancient and modern Mexico their stndy during tbe winter. Miss Sterling gave a very informal and ex ceedingly pleasant reception to tbe"M. T. S." last Fridav evening from 8 to 11. This was tbe only meeting of tho "M. T. S." since its organ! tlon that the sterner sex were permitted to at tend. Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Cunningham, on last Mon day evening, gave one of the most pleasant little entertainments ever given in Sewlckley. The first part of tbe evening was passed in listening to a very pleasant muslcale in which Mrs. James Hayes, ot Jefferson City, Mr. and Mrs. William Adair. Mrs. R. J. Cunningham. Mr. W. W. Whitesell, and Mr. Arthur Nevin took part After the muslcale, progressive euchre was In order, and while dainty refresh ments were being served, the prizes, a Doulton pitcher, a pair of whist counters, a miniature spinning wheel and an ash trav, were awarded to Mrs. M. B. Cochrane, Mr. Lipp, Miss Blair, and Mr. M. B. Cochrane. Choral Hall has seldom held a larger audi ence than was gathered there last Thursday evening, tbe occasion being "Mrs. Jarley's Wax Works." for the benefit of tho Methodist Episcopal Church. The ladies who bad charge of tbe entertainment aro certainly to bo con gratulated upon their success, both artistically and financially. They were fortunate In their selection of Mrs. George Gormly for Mrs. Jar ley's assistant Little Nell. George and Peter were excellently personated by Miss Daisy Miner, air. w. w. uunningnam ana jur. lyonn Reed. It would be Impossible to say that any one of tho figures was better than another; they were all excellent They were divided into three groups, the first consisting of "Lord Lovcl and Nancy Bell," personated by Mr. Frank Osburn and Mr3. Colin Reed. "Queen Elizabeth and Sir Walter Raleigh." Mrs. R. J. Cunningham and Mr. J. Tate; "Lady Macbeth," Miss Lou Osburn; "Maid of Athens and Lord Bvron," Miss Bessie Anderson and Mr. R. R. "Miller; "Queen Eleanor and Fair Rosamond," Miss Anna Graff and Miss Det weiler; "Confncius," Mr. Harry Richardson: "Richard the Lion Hearted and Blondel," Mr. J. R. Gilmoreand Dr. Collord White. Group second "Mother Goose and Jack," Miss Lily Nevin and Mr. George Whitesell; "Alonzo the Brave. Imogene the Fair and Ghost," Mr. Dore Nevin, Miss Lovo and Mr. K. Blair: "Drummer Boy," Mr. Fred Irwin; "Blue Beard and Victim," ilr. Will Mudie and Mies Blair; "Old Woman in Basket," Miss Ander son; "Tom. the Pipor's Son, atid Sweetheart, Dolly," Mr. Tom Standish and Miss Porter; Group third "World's Fair, Chicago and New York," Mrs. H. Blair and Miss Kine: "Prima Donna." Miss McCleery; "Yankee." R. P. Nevin, Jr.: "Maniac," Mrs. F. Burrows; "Nellie Bly." Miss Whiting; "Ruffian subdued by a smile,'' Mr. Porter and Miss Cunningham; "Captain Kidd," Mr. Gilbert Hayes; "Lone Fisherman." Mr. Carpenter. The programme was interspersed by the Osburn Orchestra, Mrs. Tener. Miss Gastou. Mr. R. J. Cunningham and Mr. William Adair. GOSSIP OP THE GUARDS. At tbe banquet of the Loyal Legion in Phila delphia last week, a number of officers of the National Guard appeared in full uniform. Captain James H. Gageby, well known in this city, has opened a recruiting rendezvous at Altoona, for the benefit of military aspirants in that vicinity. Company H, Eighteenth Regiment, held a reception at Verona last Friday night Quite n number of the members of the company live in that vicinity. T. J. Reneker and Thomas Letzknswere unanimously elected to tbe positions of Second Lieutenant of companies H and F of the Eigh teenth Regiment last week. Six companies of tbe Fourteenth Regiment have been measured for new uniforms, which are expected to be ready in time for the spring inspections. Companies A and B have already been well provided for. The company commanders who have not al ready received their annnal allowances for last year will get them this week. The checks also for the rent warrants and rifle practice funds were signed last Friday, and are now on the way down through tho regular channels. ES-QUARTEEMASTKB RoliEBT PATTERSON, formerly of tbe Fourteenth Regiment, has en listed in Battery 13, and Captain Hunt proposes making him Ordnance Sergeant in place of Sergeant Johnson, who is now holding that position. Mr. Patterson is an excellent rifle man, and will probably be on the Battery's team this season. Brigade commanders have received instruc tions to have the different organizations in their commands torn in all old GO-caliber guns and ammunition now on hand. Tbe entire division will be completely equipped with 45 caliber rifles before next camp. It has been decided to hold the old guns and ammunition in stock at the State Arsenal for any emer gency that should arise. Adjutant General Hastings does not favor the idea of allowing but five days' pay for tbe men at camp, as ho thinks a number of them will not stay through tbe entire tour of eight days. Although tbe matter of five days was almost definitely settled at tho last meet ing of Brigade commanders a week ago, if there Is any possible means of raising the funds, tho full eight days' pay will be al lowed. On January 1 tbero were 161,000 rounds of 45 caliber ball cartridges in the arsenal at Harris burg and HS.000 rounds of blanks. During the past week all but 20,000 rounds of the ball cart ridges were sent out to the various organiza tions in the division. The allowance this year for target practice is 1,000 rounds per company and 500 for each hcadquariors use. Companies desiring more than this quantity cannot be ac commodated until late in the f alL At the Mt Gretna encampment this sum mer, tbe Second Brigade w ill occupy the ground held by the First Brigade three years ago. It is down near the entrance of the Coleman Park in a portion of the grove, and is undoubt edly the most beautiful position that could bo gotten. In addition to this tho regular contin gent, consisting of four companies of Infantry, two troops of cavalry, and three light batteries, will be stationed just adjoining tho Second, so that it is probable that most of the visitors and excursionists will bo hanging around thobovs from this end of the State all the time. The First Brigade will be stationed near where the Second was last time, and the Third Brigade will bo on tbe rifle range ground. This will give plenty of room for drill purposes, and the general area of the camp will be much larger. Colonel L. A. Watres, Division Inspector of Rifle Practice, issued a circular yesterday, in referenco to tho coming season of target practice. Tbe season opens May 1, and closes November 8. Tbe most important point is that hereafter every officer and enlisted man in the Guard, excepting those of organizations not armed witb rifles, must practice on the range, and a company desiring to draw the State com mutation for rifle practice must practice at least 40 of its members instead of 25, the num ber heretofore allow ed. Company commanders are required to oversee personally tho conduct of their men while on tbe range, and an in structor should be detailed in each organiza tion. Blunt's Manual of Rifle Practice has been adopted as the standard for detailed in struction, and all empty shells must be returned to tbe State Arsenal, or future requisitions for ammunition will not be honored. At the meeting of the Second Brigade Ex amining Board last Friday night, 40 applicants for commissions were put through the "mill." Of the number tbe Fourteenth Reglmont had three and the Eighteenth had 1L It is pretty generally understood that most of the appli cants were passed. Tbe case which will prob ably cause most friction is that of J. R, Jack son, of the Fourteenth Regiment Mr. Jack son's Johnstown affairs were brought up before the board by Captain Murdock. also the ques tionable decision as to whether Mr, Jackson had ever been elected to the commission of Captain or not Mr. Jackson appeared before board at the Instance of Adjutaut Robb, of tho Fourteenth, who, in his professional capacity as an attorney at law, bas decided that it does not require a majority of the members of a company to be present at an election. Mr. Robb's opinion on tbis subject is indirect oppo sition to the State code and the decisions fron tbe Adjutant General's office. SAT, Pearson, how is it that you hare such large run of customers. "Why, that is easily answered; simply because my cabinet photos and larger sizes are always a perfect likeness, and I never allow any person to go out of my galleries dissatisfied, and my prices are within the reach of all. Come and try yourself and see if this is not the truth. Don't forget the numbers, 96 Fifth avenue and 43 Federal street, Allegheny. No Cbromos Given. The large and cultivated class of people -who call at the Half Century House lor liquors for medicinal purposes do not care lor labels or cards, which are no object to them in purchasing. They go there because of the well-established reputation of the house for dealing in strictly pure whiskies, wines, gins, rums and other liquors. Call and be convinced. 23 Liberty street, at the foot of Fifth avenue. Closing: Out Sale for IS Dayi Only. Lace curtains, upholstery goods, silk and plush scarfs, table covers, mantel borders, fancy household articles, etc., regardless of cost, at 66 Federal street, below West Penn depot, AUeebeuy. H. Holtzman & Sons. Drafert Nets We are showing the most complete line to be found in the city at all prices, irom 85c a yard upward. ttssu Hugus & Hacks. ssm!iM0W' BIJOU Theater "The Corslcan Brothers' Grand Opera House Thomas W. Keene Harris' Theater "Lost In New York" Academy or Mcbic... Barry Williams' Company World's Museum Curiosities, Etc. The above are the theatrical attractions for this week. An Interesting grogrammo Is laid out for the theaters this week. Mr. Mantell, an actor of sterling qualities is to give us tho almost classi cal drama, "The Corsican Brothers," and a novelty In "Montbars" at tho Bijou Theater, while at tbe Grand Opera House Tlinmas W. Keene will appear In a repertoire of legitimate plays, including "Louis XL" "Richard I1L" and "The Merchant of Venice." So that any one may safely patronize either of the leading houses. A melodrama of a pretty lurid sort, "Lost in New York" there aro so manyof these "Lnsts" that it grows confusinc will bo on tap at Har ris' Theater, and at the Academy of Music the pnblio is guaranteed good things in Harry Williams' own company. V "The Corsican Brothers" is the most weird play ever written, it seems to me. A good many generations have enjoyed its mysterious fasci nation. Tho plot of the play wes suggested to the elder Dnmas by what Louis Blanc, whose mother was a Corsican, told him of the myste rious spiritual sympathy existing between him and his brother Auguste. They were so closely allied In temperament that one had always been able to determine, however widely sepa rated, what had happened to tbe other. Louis knew in England when Auguste was suddenly taken ill in France; Auguste knew in Spain if Lonis were in danger in Italy. They had re peated experiences of this sort and, in every instance, their vivid impression, their inmost revelation, flashing through space, was con firmed. The Blancs were great admirers of Dumas, and frequently went to see the play performed. V Tbe tendency of the age is toward the gigan tic in everything, including theaters. This country more than any other is seeing the re sults of the tendency in this direction. Now comes the news that after four years' steady work a Roman architect has just fin ished the plans for tho most extraordinary theater ever projected. It is park and opera house combined, so that horses and carriages may reach the door of every privato box, or be driven among the fountains and stately gardens on the roof. When the Duke of Torloma was Syndic of Rome he urged the creator of this wonderful scheme to continue his labors, and suggested that a great playhouse might be erected in the city as a crowning architectural development Rome Is now bankrupt and there is no hope of every seeing the building put up in Italy. Tho architect proposes to lay lift designs be fore the officials having charge ot the World's Fair in America. He is backed by leading men of Rome. '1 be whole work can bo carried out in Italy at a cost or 12,000,000, but the differ ence in tbe price of labor and material on the Western Continent will swell this aggregate enormously. The vast edifice would contain 50,000 people and comfortably seat 30,000. There are ISO dressing rooms tor the performers. Tho stage is 183 feet wide by 282 feet deep. . The place for this Roman to get an audience for his immense plans is Chicago. Pittsburg is talkins of new theaters in a pretty big way, but even Alvin Joslin would choke at an auditor ium seating 80,000 poople, and his generous ideas of accommodations for tbe players fall short of ISO dressing rooms. No, Chicago, which already has the Auditor ium with its tremendous proportion, is tho placo for tbe Italian scheme. New York has a tidy-sized project under way in the new Madi son Sauare Gardens, which will be opened next season. It is an arena for circus and concert purposes, however, and not a theater. Hepburn Johns. Tbe ProBrnmme. TBS talented young actor, Robert Mantell, will appear at the Bijou Theater to-morrow evening in a magnificent spectacular produc tion of Alexander Dumas' famous romantic drama, "The Corsican Brothers," in which ha has lately won a brilliant success. As tho twin brothers, JLouis and Fabien dei Franchi, he is said to find full scope for bis ability as a romantic actor, and the widely separated char acteristics of the two roles also afford him an opportunity to display his versatility. "The Corsican Brothers" b.as. ever since its initial production at the Theater Historique in Paris in ISoO, been a favorite play with all patrons of the drama, and its revival by Mr. Mntell bas been approved popularly. The story of the play unfolds a most ingenious plot, containing, as it does, many awe-inspiring illusions and weird dramatic effects. In this version, which is similar to the ono used by Henry Irving in London, a feature is made ot the masquerade ball scene and In it a number of celebrated specialty artists will appear. The scenery, costumes, properties, furniture, mechanical appliances, tricks, traps, etc., used in this pro duction are all new and of tho most approved pattern. Over 100 peo ple will be employed In this revival. Onthursday and Fiiday evening and at tho Saturday matinee Mr. Mantell will appear as tho hero in D'Ennery's picturesquo heroic drama, "Monbars." This play, which was especially adapted from the French lor Mr. Mantell's use in this country. Is considered one of tho strongest and purest dramas known to the stage, and its situations are remarkably effective. Its story is one of love, jealousy, hatred and despair, and the strong human in terest surrounding the lives ot the important characters is such as to enlist tbe sympathy of all. It was D'Ennery who wrote the world renowned "Two Orphans," and to see the drama that he considers his best dramatic work, will undoubtedly afford play-goers gen uine pleasure. Mr. Mantell's acting in this play is said to surpass anything he has vet done on the stage, and like his Loritlpaitoff in "Fedora" it bas been lauded for its truth to nature. Mr. Mantell brings with him an ex cellent supporting company, and a series of ad mirable performances are assured. TnoMAS W. Keene, whose friends and ad mirers are to be counted in legons, will be the card at tbe Grand Opera House next week, opening on Monday night in the historical character of "Louis XL" The company sup portine him contains good material, and in cludes such well-known names as George Leawck, MissLavina Shannon, Miss Henrietta Vaders, Miss Jennie Ellison, Frank Hennig, George Gaston, William Humphrey, Edmund F. Lawrence, Marwood Andrews, Willard Newall, Henri de Lusson, Thomas R. Eayleson and others ot equal merit "Louis XI." will be repeated at the Wednesday matinee and Friday night While Mr, Keene has but added this powerful play to his repertoire, he has made such a pronounced success in tbe character of Louis as to deserve the claim of havingno siiperiurinthatrolc.anditis said that Mr. Keene so faithfully portrays the character that the actor becomes merged la the King, and for tbo time is wholly forgotten. This is more than talent In it is true art as well as genius. Ho will also give two performances of "Richard III.," a part in which he stands pre lmently alone before tbe Amorlcan public, on Tuesday and Saturday nights. Wednesday night he bas reserved for ''Richelieu," Thurs day night for "Othello" and Saturday matinee for tho "Merchant of Vemco." After a week of comic opera the patrons of Harris' Theater will be offered a striking con trast in "'Lost in New York," a Bensatlonal drama, which will bo the attraction all week, commencing to-morrow afternoon. Tho play has been seen In this city on two former occa sions and it is a popular success. Tbe plot, while not entirely free from conventionalities, is bandied so nicely by Leonard Grover that it all goes for originality. The play is clean and pure in motif and is happily free from tbe usual "gore" that accompanies the melodrama. The scenic and realistic features of the play are its strong points and are themselves alone worthy a visit to the theater to see. The grand East river scene, with Its real steamboat, that carries a dozen or more passoncers and runs at full speed, Grammercy Park, showing the resi dence of, tho late Samuel J. Tildcn, and tho beautiful night picture of New York Harbor, with New York City illuminated In the back ground. Tbe oompiny is said to be very much stronger than any heretofore seen in tbe cast and includes Lottie Alter, Florence Stover. Henrietta Scott, Annie S. Eager. Baby Lillian Spencer, George A. Wright, William H. Ryno, ""ffitlliiulillnlll Theodore W. Babcock, Gus Pixley, William Ballert and others. Harry Williams' own company will bo tho great attraction at tbe Academy of Music this week. The company includes many noted artists. Testo is a wonder of strength, and will match his muscular powers against two horses. Miss Ouri gives a thrilling exhibit that includes sliding from the dome of the theater to tho stage, suspended by her hair. Hains and VI docq are most entertaining comedians: Palles and Cusick are inlmitablo Irish comedians: Charles Diamond is an expert harpist and Larry and Lizzie Smith aro extremely clever German comedy sketch artists. The Japanese wonders, Thatchawana and Omene, are mem bers of tbis company, and so is tbe banjo ex pert, Winifred E. Johnson. Retlaw and Alton irive wonderful performances on tho horizontal bar. Ins World's Museum, Allegheny, offers a new line of attractions, both curiosities and varieties. This house has been crowded during tbo past week, and is establishing a reputation for itself as the only amnsement place m Alle gheny City. Since Whispers. Gus Pecley, a clever young comedian and a brother of the charming Annie Pixley, is with the "Lost in New York" Company, Colonel Rice writes that "McCarthy's Mis baps" is delighting large audiences In Boston. His attractions will be seen here before the sea son is over. General William B. Barton, manager of "Lost in New York," is an old residont of Pitts burg. The General is a well-known theatrical manager and a "gentleman of tbe old school." Intending pilgrims to the shrine of the di vine William take note: The annual Shakes pearean performances at tbe Moruorial Tbeater, Stratford-on-Avon, begin this year on the 21st inst. Charles McCarthy's "Ono of the Brav est," with its carload of scenery and trained horses, will be seen hero ere long. Tom Dixon, the well known minstrel tenor, is singing with this show. The now opera which Francis Wilson will produce at the Broadway Theater on August 13 is composed by Woolson Morse, and the book is by Cheever Goodwin. The name is not yet announced. Robert Mantell will play a return en gagement at Bijou Theater next season and will probably be seen on that occasion in "Ham let" and a now society play that is now being written for him. At tbe Bijou Tbeater hereafter the orchestra at tbe end of every performance will play one of our national airs. This innovation will un doubtedly attract widespread attention and is worthy of being imitated by other managers throughout the country. The Marie Majilton trio, who aro now with Robert Mantell, bave not been seen in tbis country for many years, Thev attracted much attention here by their graceful dancing in the dajs of the "Black Crook," and were a feature of that popular entertainment Baby LIllian Spencer, of tbe "Lost In New York" Company, is only i years of age, and is a graduate from tho Madison Square Theater, New York City. She appeared there all last summer as Edilha in "Tho Burglar" and made a great "hit" in the part. The recent wanderings of Stanley through the Dark Continent have furnished two clever Gallic scribes, Busnach and Duval, with ideas and material for a startling romantic melo drama. It will be called Stanley, and probably see tbe light at the Paris Bouflcs du Nord in September. Bodcicatjlt 13 as busy as ever. Besides his dramatic school duties he is booked to write a couple of articles for tbe Arenaand one for the JVorlh American Jieview; to finish a comedy for Manager Frohmau by next mouth, and a drama for Messrs. Abbott and Teal In the same time. His intellect is as keen, active and tire less as ever. Augustus Pitou, who manages both Robert Mantell and W. J. Scanlan, contemplates put ting a traveling stock company on the road that will clay all the larger cities of the United States. They will produce from four to six plays, all of which will bo staged in a most lav ish mauner. The company will contain the best available talent The new melodrama, "Mr, Barnes of New York," will shortly be seen in Pittsburg. Of course, everybody has read tbe novel, of which some 180,000 cjpies bave been published. The play is adapted witb skill, and so far has been most favorably received. All the scenery is said to bo beautiful and appropriate. The cast is a most capable one. Henry Ibvino has been nominated for Parliament by a somewhat officious group of admirers. In a letter in which he asserts that he has no ambitious desire to sit among the legislators of his country, ho adds: "An actor's work demands a calmer atmospbere than Is to be found in the strife of the public needs and personal ambition of such a lufty kind." This week Joseph Jefferson, W. J. Florence and Mrs. John Drew are presenting "The Rivals" in Bangor and Portland Me., .Manches ter, N. H., and in Lowell, Lawronce and Brock ton. Mass. They are to appear in Providence, R. L, next Monday and Tuesday nights. This magnificent triumvirate of comedians are hav ing a wonderfully successful season and it is estimated that the net profits of their tour will reach $250,000. Contrary to what bas been stated, say3 the Mirror, tbis Cleopatra of Sardou's is not an adaptation ot Shakespeare's creation or even a new play. It was written by Sardou several years ago in collaboration with Enillo Moreau, and was intended for tho Odeon, first with Sarah Bernhardt and afterwards with Jane Hading in the title role. For some reason, however, it was never produced. By Sarah's request Sardou has recently taken the MS. In hand and Duquesnel offered to produce it at the Porte St. Martin. Sardou's version of Antony's passion for the Egyptian Queen, al though also founded on Plutarch's narrative, is said to differ considerably from that of Shakespeare. EewARD Habrioaw. tho well-known author and manager, follows Mantell at the Bijou, pre senting "Old Lavender." It abounds in jolly music and quaint phrases, in the catching fan and tbe lively passages which have done so much for tbe success of Mr. Harrigan's plays. It has pathos as well, and the picture which tho author-actor gives us of the warm-hearted whole-souled boon companion brought by tbe wrongdoings of others to the clutch of severest poverty and distress, touches "the source of tears" through tho cheery manner in wbicn he bears misfortune, and the grotesque way he lias of putting his moralizing, so to tho spring of laughter. The May number of Saribner't Magazine contains an article from the pen of T. J. Nakagawa in which the revolving stage used In tbo tbeatcrs ot Japan is described as follows: "Tho greater part of the stage, in our play houses, consists of a large circle which can bo turned around so that separate divisions are successfully presented to the eyes of the spec tators. Only one-half of this circle, at most, is disclosed at any ono time. It is customary, while a scene is in progress before the audi ence, to prepare the following scene upon the hidden part of the movable platform, A change of view can thus be effected without abruptly interrupting the continuity of action." The Beit Treatment for Rheumatism. H. Mense, a blacksmith at Sigel, 111,, wrote March 22 that he was very lame with rheumatism; he conld hardly walk, and the joints of his limbs were badly swollen and very sore, and so painful he could scarcely turn in bed. His physician advised him to use Chamberlain's Pain Balm. The effect was beneficial from the first application, and he is now able to attend to his regular work. This medicine has only to be tried to con vince tbe most skeptical that it is the best treatment for rheumatism. For sale by E. G. Stuckv, 1701 and 2401 Penn ave.: E." G. Stucky & Co., cor. "Wylie ave. and Fulton St.; Mnrkcll Bros., cor. Penn and Faulkston aves.; Theo. E. Ihrig, 3610 Fifth ave.; Carl Hartwig, 4016 Butler St.; John O. Smith, cor. ,Penn ave. and Main si; Jas. L. McConnel & Co., 455 Fifth ave., Pittsburg, and in Allegheny by E. E. Heck, 72 and 194 Federal st.jThos. R. Morris, cor. Hanover and Preble aves; F. H. Eggers. 172 Ohio st., and F. H. Eg gers & Son, 199 Ohio st. and 11 Smithfield street. "wsn. Black silk warp henriettas at 75c a yard, worth regularly 51; 20 pieces ouly. ttssu Hugus & Hacks. See the new styles of Paris Exposition awnings at Mamaux & Son's, No. 539 Penn ave., Pittsburg, Pa. All the latest foreign and domestic pat terns for spring and summer suitings just received at Dickson's, the tailor, corner Fifth avenue and Wood street, second floor. M. Anker, cutler. Lucerne awnings at Mamaux & Son's, 539 Penn ave., Pittsburg, Pa. Cabinet photos 51 per dozen, prompt de livery. Crayons, etc , at low prices. Lies' Gallert,' TTStt 10 and 12 Sixth st -tfftlD w TFT Jf Department Commander Dennlston went to Philadelphia last Monday evening to partici pate in tho Loyal Legion "celebration and to look in at headquarters. On Thursday even ing a reception was tendered him by Posts G2 and 4uS at Altoona, at which most of the posts of Blair county were represented. A camp fire was lighted at Altoona, and a number ot prominent comrades beside the Department Commander were present, among them Past Department Commandor Thomas J. Stewart, Department Chaplain Rev. John W. Bayers and Assistant Adjutant General James Mc Cormack. Interesting addresses were made by these gentlemen and a whirl of enthusiasm cre ated. The affair was very enjoyable to all con cerned. From Altoona the Departmont Commander, with other prominent comrades, was escorted to Bellwoocl, where he was received by Sanford F. Beyer Post No. 42fi. This post is a lively one and in a flourishing condition. Friday was tbe sixth anniversary of its muster and it was cele brated. Enthusiasm here wat raised to a good pitch and everything passed off very pleasantly. Tho Department Commander was cordially re ceived and royally treated everywhere. He arrived homo this morning well pleased with his trip, but tired. Union Veteran Legion. On Monday night last tbe hall of Encamp ment No. 1 was crowded. Ten comrades were mustered and 15 applications for membership were read. After the ceremony of muster a solid silver spoon was presented to Command er L K. Campbell, on account of tbe arrival of Miss Blanche, his first girl baby. Speeches were mado by Captain A. B. Hay, Colonel S. W. Hill, C. F. McKenna, General George S. Gallupo and others. Among the visitors was Major Harry Wayne, of Altoona, who ad dressed the Encampment Judge Collier was to have given a history of the old One Hundred and Thirty-ninth Pennsylvania Volunteers, but was unavoidably absent. He will deliver the address to-morrow evening. A new encampment of the Legion has been organized at York, Pa., and will be mastered next week, as will also one at Johnstown and one atBucyrus, O. Encampment No. 1 has turned over to tbe Ladies of the G. A. R. S1G0, to assist in building tho home for soldiers' widows at Hawkins' station. A Klcn Reception. The reception held at Cyclorama Hall last Tuesday evening by Camps 33 and 102 Sons of Veterans, for the benefit of the Soldiers WidowsJ Home at Hawkin3 station, was a bril liant social success. Tbe prettily dressed ladies, the dark-garbed gentlemen and the uniformed 80ns formed a beautiful picture as tbey exe cuted the graceful dances to the music of Guentber's Orchestra. The hall was hand somely decorated with sabers, fligs and bunt ing. Tbe affair was a very creditable one throughout, and the two camps deserve mnch praise for their efforts in behalf of the Soldiers Widows' Home. Pension Leogne Meeting. A mass meeting of old soldiers, soldiers' widows, and others interested in pension legis lation, will be held in the hall of Post 162, Dia mond Square, Allegheny, to-morrow evening. Tbe meeting may be the last one, and tbe Pres ident of the Pension League, Comrade J. H. Stevenson, desires a good attendance. There will be some good speeches on tbe pension question by several local speakers. Why Delay, Comrndesf The order concerning inspections has not been Issued yet owing to the dilatorlness of some of the comrades whom Department In spector Levering bas suggested for Inspectors at large. Several of these bave not answered as to whether they can acceptor not, and for them the order is waiting. It is hoped that tbo delinquents will respond as promptly as pos sible, as the delay is annoying. Briefs for Veterans. Post 102 has indorsed tbe Homestead bilk The ladles auxiliary to Post 83 will open a bazar in tho near future. Post 41 appointed its Memorial Day Commit tee at its meeting last Wednesday. Post 23(Ts preparations for the observance of Memorial Day are well under way. Post 548, of Wilkinsbure, will be well rep resented at the Boston Encampment A reunion of the blue and gray will be held at Vicksburg, Miss., May 25 to 30 Inclusive. Comrade Webb, of Post 8, Philadelphia, was a visitor of Post 157 on Thursday evening. The annual encampment of the Department of California will be held at San Jose April 21, 22 and 23. General War. T. Sherman has been elected an honorary member ot tbe Seward Club, of Now York. Post 157 will re-make Its request to be de tailed to decorate at Oakland Cemetery on Memorial Day this year. The joint Memorial Day Committee will meet in Common Council Chamber, Municipal Hall, next Saturday at 6 P. M. Comrade Geo. Steddeford. of Pot 88. Is very low at bis home, on Sheffield street, Alle gheny, with typhoid-pnoumonix The soldiers' monument erected by Posts 58, 123 and 163 in their lot in Unlondale Cemetery will be unveiled on Memorial Day. COMRADE O. M. Head, of Post 259, will in spect Post 117 on next Tuesday evenine. A lull attendance of members 13 of course desired. Post 236 has received thanks from Geary Circle Nr. 7. Ladles of the G. A, R, for a do nation of 25 toward the Soldiers' Widows' Home. Comrade Georoe Booth, City Clerk, and a member of Post 157, has been elected treasurer of tbe Central Relief Committee, which office Department Commander Dennlston resigned. Of tbe employes in the office of Comrade John Laylor, the new Tax Collector of Phila delphia, two-thirds are veterans, and the posi tions they fill are the most responsible and best paid in the office. Comrade General Daniel E. Sickles, Sheriff of New York city and county, gets up at 5 o'clock in tbe morning and studies law three hours every day in order to better under stand his duties. TheG. A. R. National Pension Committee met in Washington on last Thursday to con sider the situation, what is desired to be ac complished, what is possible to accomplish and how to accomplish it The regular monthly muster of Post 3 will take placo to-morrow evening. Several com rades will ba mustered. The stereopticon, which makes this service in Post 3 doubly in teresting, will be used as usual. Pout 3 received last week from Congressman John Dalzell a letter acknowledging the receipt of a copy of resolutions regarding tbe soldiers' homestead bill, which he stated he would pre sent to tbe House and have referred to tbe proper committee. General Lew Wallace was 03 years of age on April 10. On that date bo filed an ap plication for his pension of 8 per month, to which he is entitled as a veteran of tbe Mexi can War. He will give this pension to the Orphans' Home at Crawfordsville, Ind. AT its meeting last Thursday, Po3t 157 in structed its Amusement Comruitteo to make arrangements for an entertainment in the near future for tbe benefit of the reliof fund. The increasing number of calls for charity necessi tates this. The details will be announced later. Post 151's Memorial Day Committee, with Comrade Wm. T. Powell as chairman, and tbe committee from camp 4, Sons of Veterans, are preparing for the Memorial Day services in tbe different cemeteries in their district. The school children will as usual furnish flowers m abundance. At last Monday's meeting of Post31ottcr was read lrom Comrado W. B. Coylc, M. D.. Chairman of tbe Soldiers' Relief Committee, acknowledging tbo receipt of a donation to tbe needy ex-union soldiers and sailors of Edmund county. South, Dakota, and thanking the post for tbe same. Comrade President Harrison was re cently presented with a gold-headed cane by Colonel A Louden Snowden, United States Minister to Greece, through a representative. Eneraved upon tbe bead are these words: "This cane was cut from the voke which sup ported Independence bell in 1776. To President Harrison." ON Thursday. April 10, Mrs. Mary Lydla Bucber Hartranf t. mother of tbe late Major General John F. Hartranft, was buried in tho lot at Norristown, where tho remains of her distinguished son lie. The funeral was attended by many prominent people of Pennsylvania, tho comrades of General Hartranft being quite numerous. Yesterday was the twenty-ninth anni versary of the first bloodsheddlng in the war of the Rebellion. On April 19. 1861, as a Massa chusetts regiment was marching through a street of Baltimore, Md.. on Its way to the de fense of Washington. It was attacked by a mob of secession sympathizers. Three soldiers were killed and eight wounded. The celebration at Philadelphia last week of the twenty-fifth anniversary of the institution of the military order of the Loyal Legion was a notable event With receptions, orations, music, readings, parading, meetings, reunions, goodfellowshln and about everything that is nice, tbo members of the organization and their ladies bad an exceedingly pleasant time. Comrade Isaac White, "who lives on a small farm near Leavenworth. Ind., was re cently whipped until he became Insensible by alleged White Caps, and It appears for no cause. Ha is 70 years of age, and It is feared that he will not recover. Comrade White's post is trying to bring the cowards to justice. A lynching bee, should they be caught, is talked of. Comrade H. H. Benouqh met last Tues day at Philadelphia with the committee ap pointed by tbe Department Commander to ore pare and present to Past Department Com mander Thomas J. Stewart a testimonial of ap preciation for his love and work in the order. Tbe committee decided upon what tbe testimo nial should be, fixed May 23 as the time of its presentation and his home at Norristown as tbe place. In his oration at tho twenty-fifth anniversary of the organization of the Military Order of tbe Loyal Legion at Philadelphia last week. General Devens took occasion to say that there is only one representative organization of ex-soldiers of the Union army in existence, and that that one is the Grand Army of the Republic He expressed the hope that if there were any corrmanlon of the Loyal Legion who are not members of tho Grand Army they would im mediately join tbe organization upon their re turn home. At the National encampment at Boston in August there will be a reunion and permanent organization of tbe survivors of the old (First) Vermont Brigade. This famous organization was commanded for nearly three years by tho newly appointed Assistant Secretary of War, General Lewis A. Grant, and served at the front in the Army of the Potomac and under Sbciidan in tbe Shenandoah Valley from tbe beginning until tbe close of the war. It was officially known as tbe Second Brigade, Second Division. Sixth Corps, and justly won renown for meritorious service, fighting qualifications and hard knocks in general, second to no sim ilar organization in tbe United States service. Ladles of Ibe G. A. R. A grand concert is being arranged for by the Department for tho benefit of tbe Soldiers' Widows' Home fund. It will be held some time in May. The details will be announced later. Mrs. Carrlo V. Snerrlfr, President of the Pennsylvania Department, left Pittsourg on Wednesday evening for Wilkesbarre. where she was the guest of Hancock Circle No. 0 on Thursday evenine:. This circle is in an excel lent condition. There was a reception in honor of tbe Department President, and a very pleas ant time was speut by all. ART 5EWS AND KOTES. Me. a. L. Dalbey exhibits a portrait In oil colors at Gillespie's. Steel engravings are very rare in these days, and Mr. Charles Schlecht is one of the few eminent men who still practice this once favor ite art His latest work, which is fully up to bis usual high standard of merit, is after A. M. Tumor's fine painting "Her Favorite Poet" A study of a large cluster of lilacs, leaves and flowers, the work of Mrs. C. M. Burns, of St Louis, is shown at Mayer's. The work is well drawn and cleverly handled;it is good also in color, but in this respect it would bave been still better had tbe study been made from models of more delicate and varied shades. A fine photogravure of Jules Denneuln's painting "A Pleasure Party," is now being shown by art dealers. Tbe picture shows an open boat In which a couple of hardy old sea men at tbo oars are seen to be bugely enjoying tbe discomfiture of their passengers, who aro lying about the vcsel in the various attitudes of misery and dejection superinduced by sea sickness. Mr. H. S. Stevenson has a pleasing little painting on exhibition at Young's. The work Is a study rather tban a picture, tbo subject being a landscape of tbe simplest description, with a subdued effect of gray mist in the back ground, against which a clump of dark trees in the middle distance stand m strong relief. Several small pools in the foreground give life to tbis portion of the picture by reflecting the soft gray light of the sky, and contrast well in color with the dark berhace about them. In regard to execution the work ha been freely, not to say slightly handled, something having evidently been sacrificed in this respect through tbe desire for the attainment of certain quali ties of effect, in which the artist has bcenlairly successful. A brioiit, cbccrfallittle picture, in which the manner of handling characteristic of works by Mr. E. A. Poolo will at once ba recognized, is shown at Boyd's. Heretofore tho skies in Mr. Poole's paintings bave mostly been features of secondary Importance, though always pleas ing and harmonious, but in the work in ques tion, the aky shows greater strength and is superior to any other portion of tbe painting. The scene is one on the banks ot tho Potomac river, which curves in on the right of the pict ure, in a manner which suggests tbe shores of a lake. The work is keyed rather high; its essen tial quality being the strong effect of sunlight that floods tbe scene. The color is bright and not etude, but lacking In richness and variety, it being in tbis respect tbo poorest feature of the work. There are more carpets sold annually in tbe United States tban in all the European nations put together, but that fact doos not affect the artistic value of polished floors of hardwood. The hardwood floor Is steadily growing into favor here, andlt certainly serves a purpose In decoratlvo treatment that cannot be attained in any other way. Rich rugs and mats are seen at their best against the fine grain of polished wood, and with many style3 of furniture and hangings the effect is much superior to that produced by carpets. It should always be borne in mind, however, that this character of decoration Is only suitable for large, elegint rooms In which an imposing rather than a cozy and home-like effect is desired. For general use in tbe majority of homes nothing better than carpeted floors has yet been devised, and probably never will be. Exhibitions of paintings now appear to be the order of tho day. and two of our home art ists, Mr. D. B. Walkley and Mr. H. S. Steven son, not caring to be behind the times, bave opened their entire collections for the inspec tion of tho public at jn o. -ra w ood street, wnere they will rematn during the present week. These pictures ropresent the accnmnUtions of a considerable time, but they also Include a few that have just been completed, notable among these being a large landscapo by Walkley rep rppntfnra fiepne late In tbe fall, when the trees, nearly bare of foliage, form with their twigs and branches a fine network against tbe sky. This picture is one of Mr. Walkley's most important works. It is an excellent ex ample of his best stylo of composition and rich est coloring, and exhibits the characteristic vigor of his manner of handling to the best ad vantage. Mr. J osEPnR. Woodwell's latest work now occupies a position on the walls of tbe Gillespie gallery It 13 a marlno view, pictur ing a storm-cloud about to burst upon a coast which is still warmly lighted by the rays of the afternoon sun. The water reposes calm and peaceful beneath the dark and angry cloud, and the whole scene presents an appearance of stillness such as often heralds the approach of a tempest Cool dark grays are the prsvaillng tones of tbe sky and water, against which the warm, rich colors of the foregronnd contiast strongly, thus aiding to Intensify the brill iancy of the light (.treaming down from the still unclouded portion of the ky. Thi-Sfeio represented is a spot noar Magnolia Eeaih. where the artist- spent a considerable portion of tbe last sketching season, and the charac ter of which has been made familiar to Pitts, burg people ;by works that ho has previously exhibited. Mr. John Johnston, the scenic artist, hag turned his attention to marine painting, and in the picture exhibited at Young's daring tbe past week bas given evidence that his forte lies in tbis direction rather tban in that of land scape work. This picture may unhesitatingly be pronounced the best work be has yet shown, being superior to his landscapes from every point of comparison. The composition is ex cellent, tho handling fairly vigorous, and the color is saved from harshness or crudity by being subdued almost to grayness, with the de sirable result also that tho painting is in mnch bettertone tban any of bis more highly-colored productions. To all appearances tt would seem that Mr. Johnston has discovered the direction in which his talent may be exercised to tbe best advantage, and if he continues toimprove.lt will be with a promise of displaying unlooked for strength. The remarkable suddenness with which stained glass bas sprnnz into popular favor for decorative purposes In modem dwelling houses has led to the production and use of designs and colorings in this material that are about as far removed from the true spirit of art and the laws of harmony as it is possible to get While stained glass 13 of incalculable value as an aid in beautifylna residence or other building; iu nsefulncss is often totally drstroyed by Im proper treatment and lack of knowledge re garding its limitations and possibilities. Tbe combination of harsh and inharmonious colors is one of the most common errors, and one that can only be remedied by time and tbe gradual Improvement of popular taste: but the mistake of "using painted work and mosaic in tbe same design is one which may easily be avoided once it is understood that the two will not harmonize except In works that are master pieces of design and execution such as are ab solutely unattainable for ordinary use. The quality ot coloring that is introduced into glass in tbe process of manufacture is so essentially different from any which can be laid upon its surface that not one artist in many hundred can reconcile tbe two opposing principles. The mosaic work is much the best for general use, it's designs accord most perfectly with other architectual features, and it should be adhered to save in exceptional cases. All the latest foreign and domestic pat terns for spring and summer suitings just received at Dickson's, the tailor, corner Filth avenue and "Wood street, second floor. JI. Anker, cutter. Foe our Friday bargain sale we offer 800 dozen large size pure linen napkins at $1 per dozen. The best value ever shown. nasi! Hucus & Hacks. Tuxedo awnings at Mamaux & Sou's, 639 Penn ave., Pittsburg, Pa. Fixe watches a specialty, low prices a certainty, at Hauch's, No. 295 Fifth ave. "WFSU .A.T LATIMER'S. PRICES ON ALL Dress Goods And 5,000 Yards INDIA SILKS, 37c, Are making a lasting impression. SXH THIS BAKGALN. 9,865 Yards STRIPED GLOTH, 22c. This is SOc quality, at the manufacturers' loss. In all Spring colors, 38 inches wide. SURAH SILK SALE. 8,963 yards Colored Surahs at 4oc and SOc, all desirable shades bat a manufacturer'f disadvantage gives you a bargain. All makes of Dress Goods, especially BLACK GOODS. As we are having a run in this depart ment, have your share. T. M. LATIMER. 138 and 140 Federal and 45 and 46 South Diamond Sts., Allegheny, Pa. aplS-arwran SUPERFLUOUS HAIR On the Female Face. Superfluous hair is an exceulve growth of hair on tbenpperlip, chin, cheeks, throat, fore head, between the eyebrows, on the noee and ears; also on men's cheeks above the beard line and from moles and birthmarks. It is surpris ingly prevalent, we see it in the cburcb, theater, on tbe street and wherever ladies congregate. This is one of the most distressing and annoy, ing blemishes that any lady can be afflicted with. Tbe use ot depilatories, tweezers, scissors or razors all make these hairs grow harsher, coarser and more numerous, as hundreds of ladles know to tbeir sorrow. Dr. J. Van Dyck. 602 Penn ave., Pittsburg. Eermanently and forever destroys superfluous air by the ELECTRIC KiffiDLE OPERATION This Is a purely scientiflo operation and Is Indorsed by all physicians and nrgeons of eminence as being the only method in the world by which the hair can be destroyed so that it can never grow again. Dr. Van Dyck bas operated for years, has treated hundreds of cases and bas acquired a national reputation in electro surgery. Stop the use of depilatories. tweezers, scissors or razors and consult Dr. Van Dyck at once and bave the hairs destroyed forever; office 502 Penn ave. , , m . Acne In tbis disease white or red inflamed pimples appear on forehead, cheeks and nose. is often associated with an oily condition of the skin, affecis both sexes between tbe ages ot 10 and U0, is a verv unsightly facial blamisb. Comedones In this affection black specks fill the pores or the skin, seen mostly on tho cheeks, nose, forehead and ears. Is often as sociated with acne, affects both sexes. Liver Spots Are dark, brownish, dirty, muddy looking spots in tbe cheeks, forehead, neck and around tbe mouth; tbo neck and mouth often looking as if skm were soiled; affecting ladies mostly. If you bave the above, any rash humor erup tion, any blemish, discoloration or disease of tho 'kin. complexion, hair or scalp, consult Dr. Van Dyck at once. Remember this Is his life study; no matter how serious your case mar be or bow long it has lasted, the doctor can effect a thorough cure in your case. Terms very reasonable: within tbe means of every one; none turned away. Patients at a distance can be treated by letter by writing a careful description of their cases. Don't nezlectyour case another dav. Advice free. Cell or ad dressee. J. Vau Dt.CK.502 Penn avenue. Pitts mrrg.Pa. Office honrs, 9 to 6; Sundays, 10 to 4: Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays until 8 p. m. apS-70-ssn PERFECT FITTING PATTERNS OUT TO ORDER And guaranteed to fit in every particular. N refitting required what ever. You can save enough in material to pay for pattern and in ad dition secure a trne and elegant lit. WAISTS STITCHED AND FITTED. NEWTON3 SYSTEM -r titmi fnttlntanffht '....., ittm rnt Thll is a permanent Institu tion at the WHITE SEWING MACHINE ROOMS. 12 Sixth St., Pittsburg. ap20-3 OPENING MARCH, lSaO. Robes, Manteaux and Modes, Direct from Pari. Verner Block Cor. Fifth & Market sts. xnn2-C3-'WSu. mm I 1 . , rW l VlP I It.C wx m ' V" ' s&Wr . ;fcs. . A- 1 . f2& Ji ivi - .
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